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Photo of Village at Keizer Ridge
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The staff are friendly, always addressing my mother by her name and asking how she's doing. The facility is always super clean and bright. Based on the experience we have had with Village at Keizer Ridge,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Village at Keizer Ridge is an assisted living community located in Keizer, Oregon in Marion county. For many seniors at the Village at Keizer Ridge, when they feel the need for some outdoor recreation, they simply walk a few blocks to the nearby McNary Golf Club and enjoy the professional 18...
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We really appreciated their transportation services to doctors appointments. [name removed], who transported residents, was the best and always treated my mom with kindness. Quality of care was rated lower...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Meadow Creek we promise to assist you with the care you need so you can live the life you want. We promise to treat you with respect, honor your privacy, encourage your independent and provide you with the support you need.Meadow Creek has cared for seniors in the Salem community since 1992. ...
Photo of Junction City Retirement and Assisted Living
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They have a hard time keeping a cook. Many kid type meals mini corn dogs, fries, chicken nuggets, sandwiches. Soggy over cook veggies. Other times meals good. PA system POOR, can't hear it and due to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the heart of Oregon's historic Willamette Valley, Junction City Retirement and Assisted Living Community offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With views of the surrounding Coburg Hills and in proximity to fragrant peppermint farms, this relaxed country-style community is an...
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I would recommend Davenport Place. The staff was very helpful. The move in went very smoothly. The communication with the family is great. I get notified by staff regarding falls, medications, and any...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Davenport Place is nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood in Silverton, Oregon. Silverton is located at the foot of the majestic Cascade Mountains, on the east side of the Willamette Valley. Silverton is famous for the exquisite Oregon Gardens as well as the nearby Frank Lloyd Wright home,...
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This is a great place to meet people. Friendly! Good food! Lots of activities. You won't be lonely here. It very easy to make friends. The move in process, overall was easy. Close to a lot of shopping.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our friendly staff welcomes you to The Springs at Sunnyview where you'll find the perfect setting for relaxation, security, healthy living, and fun. Casual, independent senior living allows you to leave the chores to us while you enjoy laughter with friends over a game of billiards, explore our...
Photo of Regency Park Place at Corvallis
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I would recommend them. It's smaller, so it doesn't have the glitz of some of the others I have visited, but has been perfect for my mother. She has a plant shelf on one window and flowers outside the other....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome home to Regency Park Place at Corvallis. Our community offers Retirement and Assisted Living services in a quaint, homelike environment. Our community has 46 apartments all on one level. We offer spacious studio and one bedroom apartments with patios. Regency Park Place provides ...
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So far so good, my sister who lives close by and I concur that to date we are generally pleased with our experience at Brookdale.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Live your best life every day.With several floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able to find just the right pet-friendly apartment for your next home. Whether you’re looking for independent living or personal care, our senior living community...
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It's a very difficult transition for anyone and at any stage in their life.When searching for my husbands care he would not have been so at home as he was with Ivy Court. It's SO important to shop and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Assisted living is all one story, 50 Apt. Studios and one bedroom units. Pets welcome, bathing services twice a week are included in base rent. Weekly housekeeping also included in rent. 24 hour beverage and snack bar, Private dining room available for guest and resident use. Full calendar of...
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Photo of Bonaventure of Salem
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bonaventure of Salem, OR is a luxury senior living community offering personalized independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs. It’s our goal to help each of our guests experience retirement perfected, which is why we’ve carefully built communities to help you feel at home,...
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Photo of Holiday Hidden Lakes
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2929 Floor plans available
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The actual workers seem to be pretty nice. The management is kind of invisible and doesn't engage much. The food is the main complaint from everyone there. The price is fair...not great. A little overpriced....
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hidden Lakes provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the heart of Willamette Valley in Salem, Hidden Lakes is built upon fifteen acres of beautifully landscaped, wooded grounds situated around a five-acre lake. Residents in the mood for adventure are...
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Photo of Cascade Park Retirement Community
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.4
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Staff in office isn't great. In fact clueless most days. They've started charging for things that they didn't before with not much notice. My sister likes the facility. Likes the company and generally likes ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cascade Park Retirement community offers retirement living in uncommon luxury and comfort in a beautiful, independent setting.   Centrally located between Portland and Salem in the heart of the Willamette Valley, Cascade Park is surrounded by open fields, fresh country air and the...
Photo of Farmington Square Beaverton
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I am so impressed with staff and management at Farmington Square Beaverton, particularly during the last few days while my mother was being transferred into transitional memory care. Mom has lived there for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Farmington Square Senior Care Community is located within the heart of Beaverton. Our community is designed to provide a comfortable home in small buildings where relationships between residents and staff are personal. Our ratio of caregivers to residents is higher than industry standards and...
Photo of Redwood Heights Assisted Living
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We needed a place for dad. Here we found a fantastic group of humans with love and compassion for our dad and the rest of the residents. The menu is interesting and healthy with yummy comfort food...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Redwood Heights Retirement and Assisted Living Residence, the premier Retirement and Assisted Living Community in Salem, Oregon. Redwood Heights is located in the heart of Salem, only a short distance away from shopping, restaurants, parks and Salem Hospital, yet it's secluded location...
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Photo of Brookdale Geary Street
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Brookdale Director [name removed] is wonderful and easy to get in contact with for questions or issues. Staff is friendly and helpful. We have been in many facilities and know that no place is perfect....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
All the Comforts of HomeFrom the moment you arrive and see the spacious and elegant common rooms and the storybook outdoor courtyard with mature trees and fragrant flowers, you will get the impression this is a place that goes above and beyond your average personal care and memory care...
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Photo of Brookdale Newberg
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The people who live here are friendly. It’s like a big family. I love the activities. Bingo is my favorite. The food is pretty good. The staff are helpful and always try to meet your needs. Overall, my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Life Like You’d ImaginedWhen we were younger, we all probably imagined spending our retired years enjoying life to the fullest. Now, you can. We’ll do the cooking. We’ll do the cleaning. We’ll take care of the lawn. You just do the senior living. You’ll find us located in the lush hillsides...
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Photo of Vineyard Heights Assisted Living
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They were very accommodating, easy to to talk to and responsive to my questions and concerns, I would recommend Vineyard Heights Assisted living to anyone. Hospice was involved at the end and they were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Vineyard Heights is an independent and assisted living community in McMinnville, Oregon. McMinnville is centrally located in the heart of Willamette Valley's wine country and is within easy driving distance of the Pacific ocean, Portland and the state capital of Salem. Our historic city has...
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Photo of Prestige Senior Living West Hills
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My loved one is currently a resident at Prestige Senior Living West Hills and things have been very good so far at this facility! My loved one's apartment is very nice. The facility is nice and very clean,...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Prestige Senior Living West Hills (A) Corvallis, OR Prestige Senior Living West Hills is an assisted living community located in Corvallis Oregon. Corvallis provides all of the advantages to living near a university yet retains in small town charm. We are located just a few miles from the Oregon...
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Photo of Bonaventure at Keizer Station
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Friendly. Very contentious staff. Very helpful with tenants and family. Good communication with family regarding tenants. Helpful when hospice was needed and the staff worked well with hospice and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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Photo of Edgewood Point Assisted Living and Memory Care
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My loved one was previously a resident at Edgewood Point Assisted Living and Memory Care and the experience there was great for her. My loved one loved it there and they took really good care of her. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Edgewood Point Assisted Living in Beaverton, Oregon, combines the care seniors need, the convenience they value, and the independence they cherish.Edgewood Point is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our community amenities include maintenance and...
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Photo of Summerfield Estates Retirement Community
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It's a good community, cost is reasonable; the community of seniors are amazing; it's very interesting group of people who live here and what they did in life. I would recommend this community. The only down...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Update - *Caring Live-in managers available to you 24/7should read: *Caring staff available 24/7. Each apartment has an emergency communication system, you'll have a peace of mind knowing we are here for you.
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The staff gave off a great first impression they have been so warm and caring to our loved one and family. The dining experience from what we can see looks great and our loved one says the food is good. For...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Applewood is an active independent retirement 'lifestyle,' which offers private apartment living. We are conveniently located off I-5, only minutes from Lancaster Mall and many medical facilities. Our homelike atmosphere and three meals daily are sure to tempt anyone. Each apartment has a...
Photo of Hillside Place
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I love living at Hillside Place Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lincoln City for a number of reasons: with 33 rooms, it has all the amenities without me getting lost in a large crowd; wonderful, helpful,...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Hillside Place is an assisted living community located just one mile east of the Pacific Ocean in Lincoln City, Oregon. Our coastal location provides the opportunity for wonderful community outings to the beach, local casinos, tourist attractions and the very popular semi-annual Lincoln City Kite...
Photo of Country Meadows Village
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The facility is not too big. Not too small. Privately owned. Everyone knows my mother. The three closets in her one bedroom apartment is what really sealed the deal for us!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Country Meadows Village Retirement Community is located in the vibrant and beautiful community of Woodburn, Oregon. Our picturesque retirement village is located on beautifully lush and sprawling grounds filled with garden paths and well-maintained and groomed topiaries. Only a short ride away...
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Photo of Emerald Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
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The staff at Emerald Gardens,is friendly,caring,vigilant. Residents are provided with many activities and social events to keep up moral and maintain the highest quality of life. You will sleep well knowing...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nestled on acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in a quiet residential area, Emerald Gardens is one of Woodburn's premiere senior living communities located at the heart of the Willamette Valley. Your Home. We are a community where you have a sense of place and belonging. Our residents have...
Photo of Avamere at Sherwood
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Good caregivers, especially [name removed]. [name removed] in front office was very helpful as well. Unless one is going to have lunch with a loved one don' t visit during mealtime. The caregivers are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Avamere at Sherwood is conveniently located off Highway99 and directly across from shops and restaurants.Our beautiful community offers spacious assisted living apartments.Avamere at Sherwood offers three gourmet meals served daily, restaurant-style from a varied menu selection in our elegant...
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Cost of independent living in Polk County, OR

The average cost of senior living in Polk County is $4,356 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Willamina, OR with an average of $3,923 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Polk County, OR vs. nearby counties

Polk County, OR
$4,356/mo
$4,130/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Polk County, OR vs. the state and national average

Polk County, OR
$4,356/mo
$4,166/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Polk County vs. other types of senior living

$5,221/mo
Independent Living
$4,356/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Polk County, OR by room type

Semi-Private
$5,661/mo
Studio
$4,916/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,971/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,514/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,317/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Polk County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Polk County

Recent reviews for independent living in Polk County

Prestige Senior Living Five Rivers in Tillamook, OR

5.0
My mom received exceptional care. I highly recommend the facility. We picked this community because it was the only one in the area.

Junction City Retirement and Assisted Living

4.3
The staff is very friendly. The rooms are very clean. Their financially better priced that most everything else that I did look at. They are also super helpful and my dad feels at home. I am pleased with how he has adjusted, I would definitely recommend Junction City Retirement to others.

SpringRidge at Charbonneau in Wilsonville, OR

4.1
The residents are terrific as well as the staff that work there. Some of the restaurant processes are less than optimal. Could be better coordinated. The community feel is great for my mom. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend SpringRidge at Charbonneau to other ...
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Polk County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polk County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polk County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Polk County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Polk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Polk County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Polk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Polk County independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Polk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Polk County, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
59.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
34.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.7%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Meadowlark Senior Living, Canfield Place and Heron Pointe Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See full list of communities.

There are 155 independent living facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See the full list.

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